NEOGOV · 23 hours ago
Fire Safety Off III - 60011790 - APP 24
Richland County, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$45K/yr - $77K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a Fire Safety Officer III to maintain 24-hour response capability for various emergency calls. The role involves supervising firefighting operations, conducting training, and managing incident responses to ensure safety and compliance with fire regulations.
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Responsibilities
Maintains 24-hour response capability to all emergency calls for aircraft, structural, vehicular, medical and other
Protects evidence and performs salvage and overhaul of the fire scene
Participates in required training standards of: International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP), Grants and Master Cooperative Agreement (MCA) policy
Serves as an Firefighting Equipment Operator or Firefighting Vehicle Driver assigned to a crew engaged in firefighting operations
Assists in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards and reacting to the presence or potential releases of hazardous materials as a first responder to protect persons, property or the environment
Supervises resource level incident response
Performs hazard and risk assessment techniques in completing initial incident analysis
Performs crash-rescue and firefighting duties where hazardous conditions are such that the expectancy for fire is high and potential for becoming destructive is great
Delivers training initiatives
Manages subordinate time & leave through the designated system
Organizes fire safety prevention education delivery, coordinates Occupancy Pre-Incident Planning; Supervises; performs duties associated with response to fire, medical, Rescue, and hazardous materials incidents; supervises inventory, cleaning and preparation of company response apparatus and equipment; maintains operational knowledge of firefighting techniques, apparatus, and equipment
Knowledge of fire-fighting and rescue techniques
Knowledge of first aid and CPR
Knowledge of applicable fire codes
Knowledge of what constitutes a fire hazard and of what can be done to prevent fires
Skill in how to maintain and repair fire-fighting and rescue vehicles and equipment
Skill in the operation of emergency vehicles and equipment
Skill in the operation of fire-fighting apparatus
Ability to make sound decisions in critical situations
Ability to effectively supervise fire service personnel
Ability to keep accurate written records
Works under the direct supervision of the Captain, and under the general supervision Assistant Chief and Fire Chief
As the shift Lieutenant, you will be required to conduct and maintain shift training in accordance with CFETP and Annual training plan and certify training in ACES/FD
Additionally, conduct end of course practical examination and prepare all documentation to be sent for certification
Qualification
Required
Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Must possess and maintain a current State driver's license
Must meet all special requirements for Fire Safety Officers I/II/III
Must be able to meet the professional qualifications required by NFPA 1001 for Firefighter I/II
Must meet NFPA 1072 as Hazmat Awareness/Operations/Technician
Must have NREMR or NREMT certification
Must have Fire Officer I certification
Must have Fire Inspector I certification
Must have Fire Instructor I/II certification
Must have Incident Safety Officer (ISO) certification
Candidates are required to pass an annual medical examination to determine their physical ability to perform the job in accordance with National Fire Protection Standard 1582, Standards on Medical Requirements for Firefighters
Employees are required to obtain a United States Air Force Motor Vehicle Operator's card during training
Employees will be required to operate vehicles on runways or taxiways and will be required to successfully complete Flight line Driver's Training annually
Candidates must be able to meet NFPA-1582 physical standards
Must be able to wear Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
Must have a favorable background check which is necessary to operate on networked computers
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with State Laws
Must be able to work with people of different gender or race
Employees in this classification are considered 'Essential Employees' and are subject to be recalled 24 hours a day and must provide contact information
Benefits
Health and dental insurance
Retirement and savings plan options
Paid vacation and sick leave
Work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules
Dental
Vision
Term life insurance
Long term disability
Flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses
Retirement plan options
Defined benefit and defined contribution plans
South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
Tuition assistance
Holiday, annual and sick leave
Discounts on purchases, travel and more
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
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